Whether it's architecture or interiors, we're not alone in our love for the boldness of black. This risky, bold color can be found everywhere nowadays. The perfect partner for this hue is gold!

Keep in mind, gold doesn't have to mean a metallic material.... Take a look at the image above, even the glow from modern pendant lighting and the wood furniture provides a gold element to the space. It softens the boldness of the black architecture.

Image from Décor 8

Like the architecture above, this bold room is dramatic and chic. The gold, found in the lamp and the wood tones, soften it up a bit and make I the perfect space for rest.

Here's some ideas for incorporating this dark color into your modern home.

It’s that time of year when we often find ourselves opening our homes to friends and family. Whether you have one guest or many, it's always nice to offer a space that's just as interesting as it is relaxing. There is just something to be said about staying in a room (or home) that is thoughtfully designed and well curated.

The room pictured above is a great example of a well designed guest bedroom. There is a good amount of color and yet the room still sings of simplicity because of its white walls, black and white bedding and modern furniture.

The bedside lighting is styled with playful mix matched table lamps. And, although the lamps are different colors they are still cohesive because they're the same shape.

Once you have the main elements in place, you can then have a bit of fun with the walls and the floor. I love the vintage looking gallery wall just above the very colorful geometric rug. It all works together, so perfectly. When you mix old and new, high and low, vintage and modern you almost always end up with seriously beautiful space that is anything but serious.

While the décor of a guest room plays a big part in making your guests feel welcomed, I always like to make sure that my guest room always has comfortable sheets, an soft throw, water by the bedside, small soaps, a book or two and a snack within reach. Sometimes, it’s the little things that make the biggest difference.

I put together a few pieces above to get you started on an interesting and inviting guest room just like the one above.

With Turkey day only two days away, you may have spent all your time and energy on the menu and forgotten about the other half of the meal: Thanksgiving table decorations.

Fear not, host or hostess. A stunning table is simple. Remember what you learned in school: this is a celebration of what we have, not what we don't have. So take a look around. Plants in the garden? Leaves? Branches? Even desert flora works.

Pumpkins are a must for the holiday. For an extra modern look, avoid colored squash and go for a neutral white or painted metallic pumpkin instead.

Don't have a stunning vase for the center of the table. Mix and match. A line-up of mismatched vases, milk bottles and mason jars can be absolutely beautiful, as pictured both below and at the top of this post.

Need a few new decorative elements? Start with a cluster of Edison bulbs or other contemporary island pendant light styles. Add a mix of rustic and modern decor and you're set for the holiday table and all year round.

Someone asked me my favorite color today and for the first time in years I didn't answer red. I said white instead, and didn't realize it was true until the words were already out of my mouth. I style my home with my white color crush more than any other color.

The reason? White can take on many styles and doesn't compete, often times you don't realize what's so interesting about a white object until you take a closer look. And I love that!

White and metal mix so well together, so clean and crisp! This Modern White Twitter Bird Accent Lamp combines modern lines with nature with a result that's both contemporary and whimsical. (Also an affordable gift for your favorite social media addict!)

The white ceramic base of the Cosgrove Modern Table Lamp has so much depth and texture, it almost looks like it belongs in the sea with the anemones. Such a great sculpted piece to add dimension to any room.

I love a good wall mirror but find it difficult to find anything in white that doesn't look too pristine. By adding white leather with an adjustable strap, this Jamie Young Round Wall Mirror has accomplished the perfect balance of a piece that's a little rugged and loved.

White has a lovely way of showing highlights and lowlights, and I can't think of a better example than this White Billowing Cloud Possini Euro Pendant Chandelier. Total glamour, diffused light, and an organic modern cloud design are sure to make it the showstopper in any room.